Melanoma and genetics

The disease can occur on any part of the body, although it most often manifests itself in areas exposed to prolonged exposure to sunlight (back, legs, arms, face).

Why is genetic research useful?

A gene that has undergone a mutation and that significantly increases the risk of developing melanoma may be inherited, or passed down from generation to generation.

A family history is confirmed in 10% of patients with melanoma.

If a person is a carrier of these mutated genes, he or she is at risk and will have to take certain preventive measures to prevent the disease.

Here are some of the conditions under which a person can inherit a mutated gene:

Several family members have been diagnosed with the disease;
A family member has more than one melanoma;
A family member had melanoma and pancreatic cancer at the same time;
You have 2 or more unusual visual effects;
Melanoma was diagnosed before age 45 and the disease has spread deep into the skin;
3 or more blood relatives suffered from melanoma or pancreatic cancer;
A blood relative has or has had mesothelioma, meningioma, or melanoma of the eye.

A mutation in the CDKN2A gene is the most common cause of hereditary melanoma. The CDKN2A mutated gene increases the risk of developing melanoma by 14% by age 50, by 24% by age 70, and by 28% by age 80. It is because of this risk that genetic testing is provided - this analysis is one of the most effective methods for prevention.

Laboratory analysis allows the physician to obtain information in advance that a person is a carrier of a cancer risk gene, therefore selecting a prevention course.

Unfortunately, this mutated gene is circulating in the family and because of this the family history is a very significant risk factor.

However, genetics alone does not play an important role in the development of the disease. Strange as it may seem, many people get melanoma for a completely different reason, and in these clinical cases there is no clear link between a family history of cancer.

Oncologists confirm that the risk of melanoma is significantly increased due to the sun's ultraviolet rays and tanning lamps.

In addition consult your doctor if you notice atypical rashes.

The risk group also includes people who have a weak immune system.

All people over the age of 50, regardless of their good health (practically a healthy person who has neither mental nor physical symptoms), are encouraged by their doctors to check their general health once a year for prevention and to prevent any possible future complications.

What does I-Lab offer?

A subsidiary of Health and Tourism International Center and an official partner of the Turkish network of clinics "Acibadem" in Georgia, I-Lab Laboratory offers genetic testing to determine if you are a carrier of a mutated gene.

A safe and comfortable environment awaits you in the ultra-modern laboratory.

You can perform the analysis at your desired time.

Please note that pre-registration is required.

For detailed information, please contact:

Tel: (+995) 595380038;